Eager to begin his life anew after the brutality of combat, World War II Army veteran Jerry Mulligan chooses newly-liberated Paris as the place to make a name for himself as a painter.
With the assistance of fellow ex-pat Milo Davenport, a wealthy American with a past she wishes to forget, Jerry's life becomes complicated when he meets Lise, a young Parisian shop girl with her own secret. Soon it becomes clear that Jerry's friends- Adam, a Jewish American composer, and Henri, a Parisian aristocrat- also vie for Lise's love. This romantic tangle can only be untied through the miracle of dance set to some of the greatest music and lyrics ever written. A classic American film about young souls in Paris has been reimagined for the Broadway stage of the 21st century.
The new musical, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS, has moved to Broadway following its world premiere in December, 2014 at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris. It is directed and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon, making his Broadway directing debut. Featuring music and lyrics by George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin and a book by Tony and Pulitzer Prize nominee Craig Lucas, the creative team also includes Tony Award winners Bob Crowley (sets and costumes), Natasha Katz (lighting) and Jon Weston (sound) with a musical score adapted and supervised by Rob Fisher. Bartlett Sher is creative consultant. Based on the Academy Award winning film inspired by the 1928 orchestral composition by George Gershwin, AN AMERICAN IN PARIS brings this classic tale to Broadway for the first time.
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Caitlin Abraham's impressive career includes starring in the Broadway production of "An American in Paris," directed and choreographed by Christopher Wheeldon, as well as performing in the same show at Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, France. more...
Leanne Cope, a former First Artist of The Royal Ballet, captivated audiences with her performance as Lise Dassin in Christopher Wheeldon's award-winning *An American in Paris* at Théâtre du Châtelet and on Broadway, following a distinguished career with The Royal Ballet. more...
Veanne Cox, who graced the Broadway stage in "An American in Paris," has an impressive resume that includes Tony and Drama Desk nominations for her role in "Company" and an Obie Award for Sustained Excellence. more...
Attila Joey Csiki made his Broadway debut in the past with An American in Paris, bringing his international experience and unique heritage to the celebrated production. more...
Max von Essen, a Tony-nominated actor, is renowned for his role as Henri Baurel in the award-winning Broadway production of *An American in Paris*, a performance that also earned him a Grammy nomination for the show's cast recording. more...
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Stephen Hanna, who graced the stage as part of the original Broadway cast of An American in Paris, is a former principal dancer with the New York City Ballet and has an extensive Broadway career including roles in Hello, Dolly! and On The Town. more...
Dustin Layton showcased his versatility on Broadway with roles in "An American in Paris" and "The Phantom of the Opera," where he notably played the Slave Master. more...
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Gia Mongell, a recent Juilliard graduate, made her Broadway debut in An American in Paris, bringing her experience from performing works by renowned choreographers like Twyla Tharp and Pina Bausch. more...
Christy Morton, whose detailed bio can be found at ChristyMorton.com, was a standout performer in "An American in Paris." more...
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Sam Rogers graced the Broadway stage in the past with his performance in "An American in Paris," bringing his extensive training from The Juilliard School and The School of Oregon Ballet Theatre to the role. more...
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Jeffrey C. Sousa, hailing from Waterbury, CT, brought his extensive dance and theater experience to the stage in An American in Paris, having previously performed in national tours of Evita and West Side Story. more...
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Awards and Nominations
2015 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Robert Fairchild won.
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Leanne Cope was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Max von Essen was nominated but did not win.
2015 Outer Critics Circle Awards
Outstanding Actor in a Musical: Robert Fairchild won.
Outstanding Actress in a Musical: Leanne Cope was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor in a Musical: Max von Essen was nominated but did not win.
2015 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Brandon Uranowitz was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical: Max von Essen was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical: Robert Fairchild was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical: Leanne Cope was nominated but did not win.
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